Welcome page Returning candidate? Log back in! Lead, Energy Storage & Distribution Systems Software Job Locations US-CA-San Carlos ID 2025-3648 Category Software Type Regular Full-Time Joby Overview Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025. Overview

The role is leading a team to develop, test and deploy embedded drivers and algorithms for the aircraft's energy storage and distribution system. This system is responsible for safely powering the aircraft, managing high voltage systems and providing energy estimates to the pilot and control system. The engineer will both lead and provide technical contributions to a small, fast-moving team providing conceptual system architectural design and implementation of embedded software to ensure safety of an electric-powered, fly-by-wire aircraft.

Responsibilities Lead a team of software engineers responsible for delivering battery management systems software.Work closely with different stakeholders to understand battery operating conditions, limitations, and BMS requirements for control and estimation.  Contribute directly to code creation and reviews to advance the translation of BMS requirements to embedded softwarePerform data analysis and testing to support algorithm development and validationManage milestones, schedules, and deliverables for BMS software development.Provide technical mentorship, training, and growth opportunities for team members. Required Proven record of accomplishment in leading technical professionals, including individual mentorship, task management, and performance development.A minimum of 3+ years, leading and managing Software Teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering, robotics, or equivalent and 7+ years of industry experience, an advanced degree and 5+ years will also be considered. Expert knowledge of C++  and knowledge of and experience with real-time operating systemsUnderstanding of modern micro-controller and microprocessor architecturesExperience debugging an embedded targetDemonstratable experience with PythonExperience with gitStrong communication and documentation skills Desired Familiarity high voltage systemsFamiliarity with LinuxFamiliarity with Ethernet/UDP

 

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Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay, bonus and Equity (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $157,600 - $210,200/y. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

 

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.